5-Day Los Angeles to San Francisco, Yosemite, Las Vegas & Hoover Dam Tour
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
5 days
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness—able to handle several hours of walking across uneven surfaces and multiple travel days.
Overview
A five-day loop from Los Angeles that pairs city highlights with national-park grandeur and desert spectacle—San Francisco’s bay cruise, Yosemite’s granite cliffs, Vegas nightlife and the engineering marvel of Hoover Dam. This guided tour includes transport, four nights’ lodging and continental breakfasts.
5-Day Los Angeles to San Francisco, Yosemite, Las Vegas & Hoover Dam Tour
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The bus eases out of Los Angeles before dawn, headlights cutting across the coastal fog as the city loosens its grip. By midmorning the Pacific shoulder unfurls—wind-swept bluffs, kelp beds and the slow grind of waves—then a stop in Santa Barbara where a Spanish mission and sun-baked tile roofs give way to 17-Mile Drive’s dramatic ocean cliffs. Over five days the tour stitches together urban skylines, Sierra granite, desert neon and one of the 20th century’s greatest engineering feats.
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Adventure Tips
Pack layers
Coastal mornings and Yosemite evenings can be cool even in summer—bring a light insulated layer and a windproof shell.
Stay hydrated
Carry a 1–2L refillable water bottle—desert stretches and active walks in Yosemite demand steady hydration.
Comfortable shoes
Expect city walking and short natural-surface trails—sturdy walking shoes with good tread will cover both.
Sun protection for the desert
Sunscreen, a hat and UV sunglasses are necessary for the Mojave and Hoover Dam stops where shade is minimal.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Mule deer in Yosemite Valley
- California sea lions and pelicans around San Francisco’s piers
History
The route traces layers of Western development from Spanish missions and maritime trade to the Gold Rush and New Deal-era dam building that reshaped water and power in the Southwest.
Conservation
Yosemite manages visitor impact with designated trails and shuttle routes—stay on paths and pack out trash; the tour operator supports One Tree Planted reforestation for each passenger.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Daypack
Holds layers, snacks, water, camera and park essentials for daily stops.
Sturdy walking shoes
Comfortable shoes with traction for city streets and short trails in Yosemite.
Refillable water bottle
Keeps you hydrated during desert and park segments; many hotels and stops offer refill stations.
summer specific
Mid-range zoom camera or phone lens
Versatile focal range for bay bridges, waterfalls and desert vistas without carrying heavy glass.